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Death of Napoléon
Ruler:
Napoléon I (1804-14)
(Struck in the name of)
Artist:
Denon, Dominique Vivant
History note: Given by Mr Barnes Williams 1901 or unknown
Method of acquisition: Loan (2002-07) by Queens' College Cambridge
Production date: AD 1821
Object composed of bronze Diameter 56 mm
Accession number: CM.QC.5066-R
Primary reference Number: 155658
Othernumber: Q-5064
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
External
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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